Where Athleticism
Meets Academics
Learn how science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (S.T.E.A.M.) show up in athleticism and everyday life.
WHAT IS
S.T.E.A.M.
Science = how things work
Technology = tools we use
Engineering = building AND fixing
Art = creative expression
Math = patterns and measurement
HOW S.T.E.A.M CONNECTS TO ATHLETICISM
Athletes use STEAM every day.
Science = How the body moves
Technology = Performance tracking
Engineering = Equipment design
Arts = Creativity and strategy
Math = Speed, distance, angles, and scoring
STEAM and athletics go hand in hand—every workout uses science to understand the body, technology to track progress, engineering to improve performance, creativity to solve challenges, and math to measure results.
The
PROBLEM
Young athletes don't realize that S.T.E.A.M. education can improve performance, open up career paths, and even make classes more exciting, so there's a need to change their view on how education connects with their athletic goals.
The
solution
Establish a S.T.E.A.M.-based sports program that teaches STEAM in ways that relate to sports, connect young athletes with role models who value education, and make cool S.T.E.A.M.-based sports projects, that’ll allow young students to increase their knowledge, boost their game and consider a variety of career options.
An innovative ONLINE program tailored to educate and train young athletes by seamlessly merging S.T.E.A.M. learning with expert athlete coaching.
OUR APPROACH
PROGRAM AGENDA
Dive into how the body works during exercise.
Figure out how what to eat affects performance and recovery.
Check out how the way movement connects to staying injury-free.
Science +
Athleticism
Use gadgets and apps to monitor performance
Dig into apps and software that can supercharge training.
Check out all the cool tech that's changing the game in sports.
Technology +
Athleticism
Craft sports gear to make athletes better and safer.
Get into the nitty-gritty of how sports moves work.
Check out all the cool stuff happening in sports facilities and training spaces.
ENGINEERING +
Athleticism
Use imagination tricks to set goals and get mentally ready.
See how sports and art connect and express themselves.
Figure out how sports fits into culture and art scenes.
ARTS +
Athleticism
Crunch numbers to make training and plans even better.
Get the scoop on how stats can tell us about athletic performance.
Dive into math to master sports strategy and game tricks.
MATHEMATICS +
Athleticism
ABOUT
Coach Freeman
30+ year COACH & ATHLETE WHO’S passionate about ATHLETICISM + ACADEMICS
Coach Freeman is a BMX World Champion, Masters Cycling Champion, Inglewood Hall of Fame athlete, coach, and educator who has spent more than 30 years helping people understand how sports can teach lessons far beyond the game.
Born and raised in Inglewood, Coach Freeman developed the S.T.E.A.M. Athleticism program to show students how science, technology, engineering, art, and math come to life through movement, sports, and competition. From understanding how the body works and tracking performance data to solving problems, building confidence, and developing strategy, students learn that every athlete uses S.T.E.A.M. every day.
Drawing from decades of experience as an athlete, coach, and mentor, Coach Freeman combines sports, fitness, and real-world learning to help students strengthen their minds, bodies, and problem-solving skills. His philosophy is simple: every athlete is a scientist, creator, engineer, and leader in training.
Through S.T.E.A.M. Athleticism, students don't just learn about sports—they learn how to think critically, overcome challenges, and apply what they learn both on and off the field.
student
benefits
Improve critical thinking
Learn real-world S.T.E.A.M. concepts
Build confidence
Increase physical activity
Develop problem-solving skills
Connect academics to everyday life